A special Valentine's Day treat. Kimberly Park photoWhose cupcakes stand tallest in Houston?

Those bragging rights belong to Ooh La La Dessert Boutique in Katy, whose delicious, dolled-up dreamboats won both best vanilla and best chocolate cupcakes in a recent smackdown hosted by the Houston Press.

Click here to read more from Chronicle food editor Greg Morago.

Have you tried sweets from Ooh La La?

Snuggle up on the red sofa in front of a flickering faux fire and enjoy what this one-of-a-kind Katy bookstore has to offer: New and used books in the kind of homey and personal atmosphere that’s hard to find these days.

Do you have a favorite book shop in Katy?

We are looking for the best in Katy and we'd love to hear from you -- if you have a suggestion, e-mail samira@ultimatekaty.com.

Rainforest Cafe in Katy Mills mall is hosting a family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration Dec. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. Admission to the party is by reservation only, so call ahead.

How do you plan to ring in the new year?

West Houston Muscle wants you to show off your car and help a charity. All show entrants must bring a donation of a new and unwrapped toy.